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Pole & Aerial Blogs


Hydrating for Pole and Aerial: A Practical Guide
What does the science really say about hydration and electrolytes? Learn more in our latest blog!

Emma Lowrie
May 284 min read






Pole Anatomy & Conditioning


Anatomy of an Inside Leg Hang and Flatline
Learn how to nail both your inside leg hang and flatline in this anatomy blog!

Simone Muscat
Apr 17 min read


Anatomy of a Meathook
Get ready to sink your teeth into this! Anatomy of a meathook broken down into tasty bites!

Simone Muscat
Jul 17, 20254 min read


Anatomy of a Janeiro
We are excited to break down the anatomy of another organ crusher move - the Janeiro! Nail your Janeiro with the help of this blog!

Simone Muscat
Jul 1, 20255 min read


Anatomy of a Butterfly
Who’s ready to spread their wings and take flight? It’s time to metamorphosise and emerge from our pole dancer cocoon with our fully fledged

Simone Muscat
Mar 31, 202510 min read


Anatomy of an Allegra
Named and popularised after the iconic pole dancer Allegra, deep dive into the anatomy of an Allegra to overcome this nemesis move

Simone Muscat
Jan 2, 20256 min read

Injury Spotlight


Head Rolls and Hair Flicks - A Pain in the Neck!
How satisfying is a big hair flick on the beat in a performance? How about a smooth head roll to create a seamless change of direction in...

Danielle Davey
Jul 1, 20238 min read


Anterior Hip Pain in Pole Dancers
Anterior hip pain (AHP) in pole dancers is a common clinical presentation seen by our online treating therapists, with research likely...

Simone Muscat
Jun 10, 20239 min read


When is a Shoulder Injury not a Shoulder Injury?
Are you working on your split grip and finding your shoulder is pinching? Or trying to nail your chair spin and noticing a pulling...

Caitlin Scott
Nov 20, 20216 min read


Injury Spotlight - The AC Joint & Collarbone
Learning new pole tricks comes with the incredible excitement of feeling strong in a new move and well… new pole kisses too! Remember...

Simone Muscat
Jul 21, 20214 min read


Injury Spotlight - Shoulder Dislocation: What to do when your shoulder is unstable!
There are many different things that can go pop in the shoulder, but I’m talking about something very specific today – shoulder...

Simone Muscat
Jun 5, 20216 min read
Pole Technique


What to Know When First Starting Pole Dance: A Beginner's Guide
Hey there, future pole dancing queen! So, you've decided to take a dip into the fabulous world of pole dancing, huh? Buckle up, because...

Simone Muscat
Jan 14, 20244 min read


Hypnotic Heels
Theme of the day is heels love 😍. If you’ve ever worn a pair of pole platforms, you’ll know they take practice to dance, or even stand...

Danielle Davey
Oct 14, 20237 min read


Grips and Holds - The Complete Guide for Pole Dancers Part 4
LOWER EXTREMITY GRIP STRENGTHENING We made it! This is the last part of the Grips and Holds blog series to conclude our complete guide...

Kristine Slater
Jul 15, 20234 min read


Grips and Holds: The Complete Guide for Pole Dancers
PART THREE: UPPER EXTREMITY GRIP STRENGTHENING In part one of the Grips and Holds Blog, we covered specific mobility and strength...

Kristine Slater
Mar 25, 20236 min read


Nerves - The Lower Limb Edition
Welcome to part 3 in our nerve series - yes, we’ve made it to the lower body! We know this is the part many of you have been waiting for....

Danielle Davey
Feb 25, 20237 min read

Maximise your Training


What to Know When First Starting Pole Dance: A Beginner's Guide
Hey there, future pole dancing queen! So, you've decided to take a dip into the fabulous world of pole dancing, huh? Buckle up, because...

Simone Muscat
Jan 14, 20244 min read


Hypnotic Heels
Theme of the day is heels love 😍. If you’ve ever worn a pair of pole platforms, you’ll know they take practice to dance, or even stand...

Danielle Davey
Oct 14, 20237 min read


Grips and Holds - The Complete Guide for Pole Dancers Part 4
LOWER EXTREMITY GRIP STRENGTHENING We made it! This is the last part of the Grips and Holds blog series to conclude our complete guide...

Kristine Slater
Jul 15, 20234 min read


Grips and Holds: The Complete Guide for Pole Dancers
PART THREE: UPPER EXTREMITY GRIP STRENGTHENING In part one of the Grips and Holds Blog, we covered specific mobility and strength...

Kristine Slater
Mar 25, 20236 min read


Nerves - The Lower Limb Edition
Welcome to part 3 in our nerve series - yes, we’ve made it to the lower body! We know this is the part many of you have been waiting for....

Danielle Davey
Feb 25, 20237 min read
Medical & Wellbeing


Hydrating for Pole and Aerial: A Practical Guide
What does the science really say about hydration and electrolytes? Learn more in our latest blog!

Emma Lowrie
May 284 min read


What to Eat Before & After Pole Training - Nutrition for Pole Dancers
Level up your pole training through your nutrition and diet

Emma Lowrie
Apr 114 min read


Supporting the Anxious Poler: A Guide for Instructors
Are you a pole instructor? Then at some point you would have worked with an anxious student. Learn some key ways you can show up to support your student in overcoming their fears.

Emma Hall
Mar 143 min read


From Fear to Flow: Using Anxiety to Improve Your Pole Performance
Are you letting fear take the wheel when you step into the studio? It's time for you to take control over your pole dance journey!

Emma Hall
Mar 23 min read


Myth Busters: Part 3 - All the things you said!
Welcome to our final Myth Busting Blog – Part 3 – the nitty gritty, the little things we say, motivational statements that are… not that...

Caitlin Scott
Dec 2, 202311 min read


Myth Busters Part 2 - Nutting out the Specifics!
Are you ready for The Pole Physio Myth Busting Part 2? Because we are ready to crack these myths WIDE open. In this blog we are going to...

Caitlin Scott
Sep 30, 202316 min read

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